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GF08 FTV

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

122,070 mi
Last recorded122,070 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 FTV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 122,070 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 111,702 miles

n/s/f lower ball joint worn

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Mar 2017 101,979 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 94,010 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside rear slightly low (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt close to excessive (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 85,487 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 76,477 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front exhaust mount broken

Pass 22 Mar 2013 67,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 21 Mar 2013 67,886 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 58,739 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both n/s wheels inner rims damaged

Pass 24 Mar 2011 43,369 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside front tyre wearing heavily on the inner shoulder

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Matiz?

Based on 487,981 MOT tests across 31,339 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
3,495
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
31,339
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,486
brake binding 11,247
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,488
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 5,877
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 5,113
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GF08 FTV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 41,215 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Matiz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,486 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF08 FTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Matiz typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF08 FTV registered?

GF08 FTV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is GF08 FTV safe to buy?

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